EV RETEVT V E ER T Vol. 35, No.15 -FREET www.advocatenews.net Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe! ADDOCCO TEAT Free Every Friday 617-387-2200 Friday, April 17, 2026 Malden River fl oating boardwalk project receives funding approval Funds secured by McGonagle approved by City Council Artist’s renderings show the fl oating boardwalk which will allow public access along the Malden River that would connect the Rivergreen trail system to the Village Landing Park walking trail. O n April 2, 2026, State Representative Joe McGonagle was pleased to announce that funding secured from the Commonwealth designated for the design and permitting of a fl oating boardwalk along the Malden River has been approved by the City Council. This project has been part of the environmental eff orts by the City of Everett to improve outdoor spaces and increase accessibility. The proposed boardwalk — based off the mile boardwalk in the Chicago River — would connect the Rivergreen trail system to the Village Landing Park walking trail. Additionally, the project would add fl oating wetlands to help clean the river. “Building on our success of installing a dock and kayak launch,” said McGonagle, “we are looking to take advantage of Everett’s waterfront so that all may enjoy it. I am ecstatic we have made progress towards improving this area and I can’t wait to watch it fl ourish. F. J. LaRovere Insurance Agency, Inc. 492 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-9700 phone 617-387-9702 fax INSURANCE FOR AUTO, HOME, AND BUSINESS We offer very competitive rates, and by representing many different companies we can shop for the best price for our customers. Call us today! Open Monday – Friday 9am-5pm and Saturdays 9am-12pm Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-2700 phone 617-387-7753 fax SWEET 15: Director Mark Sachetta recognized senior band ensemble members after the EPS Percussion Ensemble captured the New England Scholastic Band Association Championship on Saturday at Fitchburg High School. (Advocate photo) By Tara Vocino he Everett Crimson Tide Percussion Ensemble captured the New England Scholastic Band Association Championship — winning the highest score of the day — on Saturday at Fitchburg High School. The Everett Public Schools preT sented a Night of Percussion at Everett High School last Thursday night, featuring faculty and students, before Saturday’s New England Scholastic Championship. On Saturday, they scored 91.7, which was the highest score of the day. WINS | SEE PAGE 12 I owe a big thank you to Tom Philbin, Environmental Planner & Sustainability Coordinator for the City of Everett. None of this would be possible without his vision and hard work.” The fl oating boardwalk is an innovative solution that connects Rivergreen Park and Village Landing Park while improving access to the river in a way that works with nature — not against it. For many years, plans to link these riverfront parks and connect to the Northern Strand Community Trail have faced major challenges, including steep riverbanks and privately owned PROJECT | SEE PAGE 9 EPS Percussion Ensemble wins New England Championship for 15th time
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